Celebrating + amplifying underrepresented voices
Celebrating stories with + by people of color—guided by an ensemble working towards a more equitable society.
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
By Design Apprenticeship 2027
Definition’s By Design Apprenticeship is a paid pre-professional program designed for current high school and undergrad college students. Explore your creative passions and gain an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how a professional theater operates as part of our 2027 Season.
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Definition Theatre
Experience bold new works in our intimate and flexible storefront theatre in Chicago’s historic Hyde Park neighborhood.
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Definition Innovator
Learn more about the BIPOC West + Southside entrepreneurs scaling up their small businesses over the course of this three-month program.
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Definition Studios
Our work often blends the worlds of onstage and on screen. Learn more about our past digital shorts and stream our past Amplify New Play scenes.
Your event.
Our stage.
Our versatile space, Definition @ 55th, is available to host your next rehearsal, performance, special event, or gathering of any kind. Whether planning an intimate workshop or larger celebration, we’re thrilled to host you.
Submit your own work through Amplify.
Discover our growing base of local emerging BIPOC playwrights presenting work at our annual Amplify New Play Festival.
Stay Evolving
We’re on our way to break ground for our new building in Woodlawn. We want you to help us get there.
Stay Inclusive
Providing a welcoming and inclusive team is vital to our work. Get to know our ensemble of diverse artists today.
Stay Engaged
Recurring gifts direclty impact the overall well-being of Definition. Help us continue our goals long-term.